1997 05 06 CC Minutes/ LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
MAY 6, 1997
Regular meeting of the La Quinta City Council of May 6, 1 997 was called to order at
the hour of 3:00 p.m. by Mayor Holt, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT: Council Members Adolph, Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Holt
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT
Joyce Sivley, 79-775 Westward Ho Drive, spoke about a street-closure incident at
Vista Grande and Jefferson Street on May 1st between noon and 5:00 p.m because
of a construction ditch in the street. She advised that the residents on Vista Grande
were not pre-warned of the closure and had no access in or out, nor was there any
access for emergency vehicles should they have been needed. She hoped that the
City would make sure that this kind of situation never happens again.
Dave Stark, 83-191 Highway 111, of Mazda/SubarulKia Superstore, spoke on behalf
of Desert City Dealers and thanked the City for their support of the auto mall project.
Elena Ramirez, 41-860 Front Hall, Bermuda Dunes, also spoke on behalf of Desert
City Dealers and read a letter relating the history of efforts to build an auto malt in
Indio and now in La Quinta and she concluded with expressing appreciation to the
City of La Quinta for their continued support of their efforts in working with Stamko
Development to build an auto mall in La Quinta. Letter is on file in the City CIerk*s
Office.)
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Confirmed
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the City
Council Minutes of April 15, 1997 as submitted. Motion carried with Mayor Holt
ABSTAINING.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the City
Council Minutes of April 22, 1 997 as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS None
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Holt presented a proclamation to Ingram Bander on behalf of the Department
of Mental Health proclaiming May as Mental Health Month.
Mr Bander thanked the City and asked for its continued support of these public
services and for its opposition to any funding reductions by the County.
Mayor Holt and the City Council presented Art Achievement Awards to the following
students of La Quinta Middle School whose artwork was displayed at City Hall:
Nick Aguayo Kyle Huddy Casey Pierce
Joseph Case Thomas Johnson Maria Ruiz
Denise Cervantes Justin Keefe Tiffanne Samson
Jesus Felipe Jody Lopez Brian Schildmeyer
Salvador Gerrardo Evina Luna Robert Simms
Dora Hernandez Lorena Macias Vanessa Tingzon
Ilinca Vladescu
WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE
1. LETTER FROM MYRT MENDENHALL OF THE LA QUINTA SENIOR CENTER*S
CREATIVE WRITING CLASS REQUESTING FUNDING FOR PRINTING COSTS
FOR BOOK.
Myrt Mendenhall, P.O. Box 954, advised that the book is a result of the Senior
Center's creative writing class where seniors were given an opportunity to
reveal their experiences as well as their delight with La Quinta and the
Coachella Valley. The revenues received from selling the book will be used to
reimburse the City for the requested printing costs and any additional receipts
will be donated to the Senior Center. In response to Council Member Adolph,
she advised that the printing costs for 5,000 books is estimated at $8,500 and
noted that the Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau have
both expressed interest in having the book for their promotion of the valley.
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Council concurred on directing staff to report back to Council with additional
information and the document for their review, for possible inclusion in the
budget process.
2. LETTER FROM FRIENDS OF THE NAVY REQUESTING A FINANCIAL
CONTRIBUTION TOWARD A CEREMONY PRECEDING THE FORMAL CLOSURE
OF THE LONG BEACH NAVAL SHIPYARD.
Council concurred on referring the request to staff for response.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR
CITY STAFF TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CHAMBER'S BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
AND RETENTION COMMITTEE" BY MEETING WITH LA QUINTA BUSINESS
OWNERS AND OPERATORS ON A REGULAR BASIS.
Mr. Weiss, Assistant City Manager, advised that the Chamber of Commerce
has asked the City to appoint representatives from staff and/or Council to meet
with their representatives and businesses owners/operators in the City. He
advised that the related costs will not be known until the number of
representatives and meetings are determined.
Council Member Sniff questioned the logistics of staff, Council, and Chamber
representatives meeting with businesses and suggested that Council consider
funding a full-time, business liaison position to work with the Chamber in
addressing this need, noting that it would be the sole responsibility of the
position. He felt that this position would have a significant role in
communicating the businesses' concerns to Council and would be valuable in
business retention.
Council Member Perkins felt that it's an interesting suggestion, but questioned
who would fund the position and how much it would cost.
Council Member Sniff felt that it's a viable concept and suggested referring it
to staff for feasibility and determination of costs.
Council Member Adolph felt that the Chamber's concept has merit and could
be a positive step forward, but wished to have more details on how it would
proceed and what the City's responsibility would be. He felt that bringing
viable businesses into the City is important.
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Council Member Henderson felt that a significant number of businesses have
been brought into the community over the last year and believed that things
have been going well with the economic development program. She
questioned the need for a full-time liaison position, given the size of the City,
and felt that the City has been interested and enthusiastically available to work
with businesses. She viewed the Chamber as the champion of free enterprise,
and as such, their posture may occasionally be in reverse of the way
government policies are going and, therefore, may be in a position to champion
a change of those policies for the benefit of free enterprise. She, too, wished
to have more information and suggested addressing this during budget
sessions.
Mayor Holt supported the Chamber's proposal and felt that the City should try
it, pointing out that programs similar to this have been implemented and well-
received in other cities and that it shows a joint effort by the Council and
Chamber. She didn't have a problem working with the Chamber herself in
meeting with the businesses, or sending another Council Member in her
absence. In regard to the liaison position, she wasn't sure how that would
work, but felt that more of the Chamber funding should be used for economic
development.
Council Member Henderson agreed to the Mayor or Council Members
participating with the Chamber in such a program.
Michelle Dallas, 51-351 Avenida Bermudas, Executive Director of Chamber of
Commerce, stated that she felt there were two separate issues involved here.
She saw the first issue as business retention, noting that the Chamber's
proposal provides an effective outlet for City and Chamber representatives to
talk with existing businesses for the purpose of finding out how both agencies
can more-effectively help them. She felt that it should be kept simple, with
only one member from each agency meeting with existing businesses once or
twice a month in an effort to help businesses with their problems and keep
them from leaving the City. She advised that they didn't have any further
information to provide except for determining who the representatives will be.
She viewed Council Member Sniff's suggestion as the second issue of
economic development. She advised that the Chamber provides potential, new
businesses with all the information they have available and then directs them
to City Hall where they seem to disappear, possibly because they've spoken
to the wrong department, resulting in no follow-up being made. She suggested
designating a specific staff person to handle economic development inquiries.
Mayor Holt viewed the Chamber's proposal as a matter of public relations that
could perhaps help with business retention.
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Council Member Perkins suggested that staff research the possibility of having
a grants coordinator position work part-time on grants and be available to work
with the Chamber in this program and then a Chamber Board Member and
Council Member could follow up with an upper-level approach. He felt that it
might be possible to use the grants to off-set the cost of the position.
Mayor Holt wished to consider the Chamber's proposal at this time and direct
staff to bring the other issue back at a later date.
Council Member Henderson was supportive of the Mayor or a Council Member
and a Chamber Board Member meeting with businesses in the City and advised
that she's always available for such purposes.
Steve Finger, 78-940 La Palma Drive, felt that placing a full-time person on this
issue would be a duplication of the Chamber's domain. He suggested
increasing the Chamber's budget to insure that they have someone available
to take the names/numbers of potential new businesses that come into their
office. They could then refer them to City Hall where the use of a larger sign
could direct them to the appropriate staff person.
Council Member Sniff agreed that two issues exist and didn't have a problem
with the Chamber's proposal, but wished to have staff research the possibility
of having at least a half-time, business liaison position that could work out of
the Chamber's office and be funded, at least in part, by the City. He felt that
this would put the City and Chamber in a positpon to move forward in
contacting new businesses as opposed to waiting for them to come to the City.
Mayor Holt was supportive of having the conceptual idea brought back for
consideration, including the potential of using grants to help with the program,
but she wasn't sure she could support paying for a staff person.
Council Member Henderson supported the Chamber's proposal, but was
opposed to involving the City Manager and Department Directors because of
their workload, noting that she hoped they would already be available to help
the business community when it's needed. In regard to a business liaison, she
was concerned about blending the work of the City and Chamber because of
their different representations to the community. She felt that the Chamber is
vital to the community and, oftentimes, can handle certain situations better
than government can because their hands aren't tied.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to indicate support
for the Chamber's proposal and direct staff to at least do a little research on
the second idea, which is a business liaison representative. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-59.
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2. CONSIDERATION OF INSTALLATION OF DEDICATED LEFT-TURN POCKETS ON
MILES AVENUE NEAR VISTA DUNES MOBILE HOME PARK.
Mr. Vogt, Public Works Director, advised that in January 1997, the Vista
Dunes Mobile Home Park Manager requested that a left-turn movement on
Miles Avenue be allowed out of the park as the street is currently double-
striped to comply with the City's General Plan which doesn't allow full-turn
intersections less than 1 200 feet apart on major arterials. At the present time,
for park residents to go east on Miles Avenue, they must first travel west and
either exit on Seeley Drive and re-enter eastbound on Miles Avenue or make
a U-turn at Washington Street. He advised that a Technical Traffic Committee
TTC) meeting was held in March to discuss this issue with approximately 40
park residents in attendance and 21 letters and a petition with 112 park
residents' signatures were submitted, requesting a left-turn movement onto
Miles Avenue. The TTC recommended that two left-turn pockets be installed
on Miles Avenue, one at the park's main entrance to allow eastbound vehicles
to enter directly into the park and the other one will be 500 feet west near
Harland Drive to reduce the distance that residents must travel west before
being able to make a U-turn to head eastward. He advised that a majority of
the residents at the meeting supported the TTC's recommendation.
In response to Council Member Perkins, Mr. Speer, Senior Engineer, advised
that Miles Avenue is as wide as Fred Waring Drive where a reverse left-turn or
merging lane exists, but such a lane was not discussed at the TTC meeting for
Miles Avenue.
Council Member Perkins was concerned that park residents would cross the
double lines to go east or make a U-turn that may be more hazardous.
Mr. Speer advised that the left-turn pocket near Harland Drive will be safe for
U-turn movements. He further advised that vehicles wishing to enter the Miles
Avenue entrance of the church may make a U-turn at the existing left-turn
pocket at Adams Street or enter the driveway on Adams Street. He advised
that staff recommends using painted median lines with 36-inch-high
delineators.
In response to Mayor Holt, Mr. Speer advised that the left-turn pocket at the
park entrance will stack up to five vehicles and even more will be able to stack
at the 200-foot, left-turn pocket to the west.
In response to Council Member Henderson, Mr. Speer advised that residents
exiting Harland Drive will not be precluded from using the left-turn pocket to
go east.
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Council Member Perkins was concerned that park residents wouIdn*t use the
left-turn pocket for U-turns after having both east and west access for such a
long period of time.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Speer advised that the rigid, yet
flexible, delineators have been approved by the Sheriff's Office and are like the
ones used on Fred Waring Drive and at the narrow bridge on Washington
Street.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to direct staff to
install two left-turn pockets on Mites Avenue near the Vista Dunes Mobile
Home Park as shown in Attachment #1 of the staff report at an estimated cost
of $2,000. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-60.
3. CONSIDERATION OF THE PROPOSED PUBLIC RESTROOM FACILITY AT
ADAMS PARK.
Mr. Vogt, Public Works Director, advised that on January 21, 1 997, Council
considered the Parks & Recreation Commission*s prioritized list of park
improvements and directed staff to investigate the public perception of having
restrooms at Adams Park. Subsequently, notices were mailed to the residents
within a one-mile radius of the park and a public meeting was held on March
1 3, 1 997 in which approximately 20 residents attended and voiced opposition
to the restrooms. Of approximately 500 surveys, there were 37 received in
support of the restrooms and 209 received in opposition. Staff recommended
that the restrooms not be built at this time.
Joyce Sivley, 79-775 Westward Ho Drive, spoke in support of having
restrooms at the park and stated that she was willing to collect signatures of
other supporters in the neighborhood. She didn't feel that the park was built
just for residents within walking distance and noted that there are other
developments in the area that need a place for children to play. She felt
restrooms are a necessity for everyone and was disheartened that she and her
friends must drive to the Civic Center Park in Palm Desert to enjoy a well-
rounded park facility. She understood the fears of crime, but pointed out that
other cities have the bare necessities in their parks and are considering
additional recreational facilities. She advised that she was tired of being held
hostage by the fears of crime and felt that it's time to take our cities back.
Robert Metkus, 78-870 Villeta Drive, didn*t feel that restrooms are needed at
the park because it's a local park for local people. He asked what happened
to the plans for building the Seeley Park as well as the park next to the high
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school and suggested using the park improvement funds for the park near the
high school instead of the Fritz Burns Park. He commented on the amount of
activity at the park and the parking problems that exist on weekends because
of people coming from other areas, advising that it has caused property values
to decrease. He has requested, but not received, a list of violations occurring
in the park and the immediate vicinity and noted that some of the park trees
were never planted. He asked Council to keep the park for local people and to
not install restrooms.
Robert Tyler, 44-21 5 Villeta Drive, advised that he lives within one-mile of
Adams Park, which was intended to be a neighborhood park and is the only
City park north of Highway 111. He supported putting restrooms in the park
because of the amount of activity going on there and pointed out that it would
be difficult to limit its use, especially since everyone in the City helps pay for
it. He understood there are risks in having public restrooms, but advised that
he wasn't ready to kowtow to the criminals.
Steve Finger, 78-940 La Palma Drive, advised that prior to moving across the
street from the park one week ago, several residents in the area stated that it's
a very safe neighborhood with only one drawback, which is the lack of
restrooms in the park. He supported adding restrooms to the park, noting that
it's a well-used facility, and offered his rooftop for video surveillance of the
park. He also offered to gather signatures of other supporters.
Carl Ingram, 78-625 Sanita, advised that he also lives near the park and
supported having restrooms there until after he visited every park restroom
from Palm Springs to Mecca and found that none of them are clean enough to
use. He felt that Adams Park should remain a passive park as it was intended,
noting that a majority of the residents are opposed to the restrooms, and he
suggested bringing in port-a-toilets for big events. He felt that the restrooms
would be used primarily by the criminal element and that the $100,000 could
be better used for other things.
Council Member Sniff felt that it's obvious that * fference of opinion exists,
but pointed out that those who attended the public meeting and responded to
the survey, have made it very clear that they do not want restrooms in the
park at this time and that they wish for it to remain a passive park. He didn't
feel that restrooms should be built at this time, but also didn't wish to eliminate
their possibility in the future.
Council Member Adolph referred to a letter from Mr. & Mrs. Burden, residents
who live adjacent to the park, and advised that they are opposed to the
restrooms and have made the following requests: 1) that the park lights burn
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brightly all night, 2) that park use be limited at night and posted, and 3) that
regular sheriff patrol be provided.
Mr. Vogt advised that staff would check the lighting, but he wasn't aware of
any City regulation that limits night use of the park. He further advised that
it would be necessary to adopt an ordinance to enforce such a limitation.
Council Member Henderson advised that she found the whole topic incredible.
She was disturbed that a lot of decisions on the enhancement of the
community are based on worries of the criminal aspect and wished to see more
effort made in taking care of that problem. She felt that there has been
substantial public review of the restroom issue and noted that other park
improvements have been postponed pending this review. She found the
outcome of the review incredible, but due to the substantial opposition, agreed
that the restrooms should not be built at this time and that the subject should
be left open for review in the future. She encouraged those who are strongly
in favor of the restrooms to voice their support at the Parks & Recreation
Commission meetings and to bring in signed petitions of support.
Council Member Perkins didn't feel that the criminal element in parks is any
worse now than it was 30 years ago when he patrolled parks for another city
police department. He pointed out that a number of small community parks
that are being constructed throughout the State to enhance small segments in
the communities, do not have restroom facilities and he felt that the funds
could be better used for other park improvements. He advised that disgusting
activities take place inside of public restrooms, such as child molestations
occurring in the middle of the day while the children's parents are in the park
and unaware of what's happening. He felt that the offer to locate a video
camera on the roof was good, but believed that any criminal activity would
take place out of the camera *s range, such as inside the restroom. He
suggested closing the park at 10:00 p.m. to enable the Sheriff's Office to
remove trespassers and he encouraged the residents to notify the Sheriff's
Office upon any sign of disturbance. He agreed with leaving the issue open to
observe public response, but advised that he couldn't support building the
restrooms at this time because of the costs and safety concerns.
Mayor Holt advised that she would like to see restrooms in the park and agreed
with leaving the issue open for now, however, she didn't feel that the City has
any choice, but to respond to the concerns of the majority.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to not proceed to
construct the Adams Park restrooms at this time. Motion carried unanimously.
MINUTE ORDER NO.97-61.
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Mr. Tyler suggested that the City refrain from sponsoring advertised,
community events at the park in the future if it*s going to be a passive,
neighborhood park.
4. CONSIDERATION OF THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION REGARDING THE PRIORITY LISTING OF THE POTENTIAL,
CITYWIDE PARK CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS.
Mr. Vogt, Public Works Director, advised that on December 1 7, 1 996, Council
considered the Park & Recreation Commission's proposed, prioritized list of
park improvements and directed staff to set aside $518,000 for the proposed
Fritz Burns Park Pool Project until such time as staff is able to obtain a
commitment from another agency or private firm for the maintenance and
operation of the pool facilities. On January 21, 1997, with $146,597
remaining in the Community Project Fund, Council revised the list, placing the
Fritz Burns Park playground equipment as Priority No.1 and resurfacing of the
tennis courts as Priority No.2. He advised that eight tennis courts will be
resurfaced should the conversion of two tennis courts to roller-hockey be
placed as low priority and six will be resurfaced if it's placed as high priority.
He advised that, based on the funds available for park improvements and the
engineer's estimate of bids, Projects 1-4 may be completed. He further
advised that Project #7 Fritz Burns Park Restrooms) and Project #1 2 Fritz
Burns Park Shade Structure) are linked to the Fritz Burns Park Pool Project, but
should remain on the list in case the pool project doesn't go forward. He
asked for Council's direction in regard to the remaining items on the prioritized
list for the purpose of enabling staff to budget the necessary funds as they
become available and to place them in the CIP as individual projects.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Vogt advised that the location of
the playground equipment for the Fritz Burns Park will be coordinated with the
proposed pool and the artwork which will also serve as playground equipment.
In regard to roller hockey, he wasn't aware of any additional liability issues.
Council Member Henderson referred to Council's previous discussion regarding
park restrooms Business Session No.2) and questioned whether Project #7
restrooms at Fritz Burns Park) should remain on the list if the pool isn't built.
She viewed the restroom issue as a community-wide issue and didn't wish to
include items on the proposed list that may not be done. She was also
concerned about the Parks & Recreation Commission not being given the
opportunity to explore how they may wish to see the $160,000 listed in the
CIP for expansion of the Cove Mini-Park spent, noting that the Council will be
considering approval of it this evening and she preferred having a lot of these
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issues settled before coming to Council for consideration. She was further
concerned about coordinating the design of the playground equipment with the
artwork at Fritz Burns Park and hoped that the art pieces are installed within
six weeks as was recently indicated by the artist. In questioning the cost
estimate for the playground equipment, she asked if it was based on the
Adams Park playground equipment bid.
Mr. Vogt responded yes, but pointed out that the actual design isn't completed
yet and the cost may differ somewhat in trying to coordinate it with the
artwork.
Council Member Henderson suggested the possibility of involving the Parks &
Recreation Commission in the playground equipment design and hoped that a
decision could be made quickly, noting that she had anticipated the four items
that were approved in January, being completed by now. Since their approval,
she has heard several negative comments about having roller hockey adjacent
to tennis and asked if anyone else had heard similar comments to which staff
and Council responded no. She wished to move forward with the list and
asked if a decision has been made regarding the living fence.
Council Member Perkins advised that he was thinking about a living hedge
made of rose bushes and Mayor Holt concurred.
Mr. Genovese, City Manager, advised that the design would come back to
Council for consideration and would possibly be a living hedge intermingled
with wrought-iron fencing.
In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Vogt confirmed that it would cost
approximately $40,000 to resurface six tennis courts, $20,000 to convert two
courts to roller hockey, and $25,000 to install the living fence.
Council Member Sniff wished to move forward with the playground equipment,
the resurfacing of six tennis courts, and the conversion of two tennis courts
to roller-hockey rinks, with those selected being the least-bothersome to tennis
players. He pointed out that the art pieces will be functional, playground
equipment which he didn't feel should be difficult to place where they'll be
compatible with the other playground equipment. He felt that the fence should
be postponed until a final decision is made on the design, noting that that
brings the total costs down below the amount of funding available.
In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Vogt advised that the fence design
will be brought back to Council for consideration, and it will include any
necessary irrigation system.
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Council Member Sniff suggested that staff be directed to proceed with all four
items, with the fourth item fencing) coming back to Council with further
information. He felt that the projects should be completed in the very near
future in order to make the park more functional.
Mayor Holt supported moving forward with the four items and asked if the
fence cost estimate included the design to which Mr. Vogt responded yes.
A brief discussion ensued regarding picnic tables resulting in a consensus that
the tables would be included with the shade structures.
Council Member Henderson suggested planting more trees at the park, which
she felt was imperative, including those needing replacing at Adams Park.
In response to Mayor Holt, Mr. Genovese stated it might be possible to use
maintenance funds in the budget for the trees and advised that staff would
bring it back to Council for consideration.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Vogt advised that the layout for
the playground equipment will be brought back to Council for consideration,
possibly before the end of the fiscal year.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to direct staff to
proceed promptly to: 1) install playground equipment at Fritz Burns Park at a
cost of approximately $60,000; 2) resurface six tennis courts at a cost of
approximately $40,000; 3) convert two tennis courts to roller hockey at an
approximate cost of $10,000; 4) proceed with design and implementation of
fencing at the park at an approximate cost of $25,000; and, 5) report back to
Council with a program regarding location of trees. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-62.
5. CONSIDERATION OF THE PRELIMINARY ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR
LANDSCAPE & LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO.89-i, FISCAL YEAR
1997/98 AND DISCUSSION OF THE IMPACTS OF PROPOSITION 218.
Mr. Vogt, Public Works Director, advised that the City is required by the
Landscape & Lighting Act of 1 972, to adopt resolutions each year which
approve the Preliminary Engineer*s Report for Landscape & Lighting
Assessment District LLD) No.89-i and declare the intent to levy the annual
assessments and give notice thereof. Residents will be allowed to give
testimony on the proposed assessments at a public meeting scheduled for June
3, 1 997, and written testimony will be received at the public hearing which is
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scheduled for June 17, 1997. He advised that in recent years, only the
Citywide Benefit Zone assessment has been assessed, not the sub-zone
assessments, and the total assessment for FY 1997/98 is $825,943 or
$35.60/EDU equivalent dwelling unit), which is a decrease from last year's
total of $1,005,781 or $43.34/EDU.
He advised that sidewalks, streets, sewers, water, flood control, drainage
systems, and vector control are exempt under Proposition 21 8 and only those
exempt facilities that were included in last year's LLD report are in the
proposed assessment. Staff recommends that the City continue in this
conservative mode until the issue is clarified through legislation or legal action.
The following non-exempt facilities were in last year's report, but not in this
year's report: City Hall, Senior Center, Fritz Burns Park, Adams Park, Fire
Station, Sports Complex, Cove Mini-Park, and the Parks & Recreation
Department personnel and programs. Other possible impacts of Proposition
218 are the CSA 152 revenues that the City receives through the County and
the Waste Management trash collection fees. He advised that in the past, the
City has used the CSA 1 52 revenues $9.99 per parcel) for storm drain
cleanings, street sweeping, etc., and the County will continue to collect and
pass the assessment on to the City, providing the City adopts a resolution
which holds the County harmless and declares that the funds will only be used
for exempt facilities. He advised that upon direction from Council, staff will
draft a resolution and bring it back to Council for consideration. In regard to
the trash collection assessment of $9.72 per month/per parcel, if it's taken off
of the tax roll, Waste Management has indicated that they can collect the fees
through direct billing each month, which will not affect City revenues, but
could result in a monthly increase of $1*43 to $1.81 for residents. Staff
recommended that Council approve a total assessment of $825,943 for the
projects that are exempt under Proposition 218 and that an additional
$376,487 be funded through other funding sources, such as the General Fund,
for the non-exempt prolects that were previously funded under the LLD. He
advised that staff will continue monitoring Proposition 218 for further
clarification and then briefly reviewed the following alternatives for funding the
non-exempt facilities: 1) adopt a general tax which requires a majority vote
during a regularly-scheduled, general election or, 2) adopt a special tax which
requires a two-thirds vote and does not have to coincide with a regularly-
scheduled, general election. He then referred to maps depicting exempt and
non-exempt projects, the different types of facilities, and which projects are
completed in-house or by contractors. Staff recommended that Council adopt
the proposed resolutions as outlined in the staff report and authorize staff to
advertise the public meeting of June 3, 1 997 and the public hearing of June
17, 1997.
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In response to Council Member Perkins, Mr. Vogt advised that staff will
negotiate a billing cycle with Waste Management if the trash collection
assessment is taken off the tax rolls.
Council Member Perkins preferred leaving it on the tax rolls if possible.
RESOLUTION NO.97-33
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE REPORT OF THE ENGINEER FOR FISCAL YEAR
1997/98 IN CONNECTION WITH THE LA QUINTA LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO.89-i.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No.97-33
as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO.97-34
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY THE ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, AND SERVICING
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES
OF THE TERRITORY INCLUDED IN THE CITYWIDE LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 89-1 AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT
ASSESSMENTS PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ACT OF
1972 AND GIVING NOTICE THEREOF.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No.97-34
as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to authorize staff
to place newspaper ads as requested. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE
ORDER NO.97-63.
6. CONSIDERATION OF ALTERNATIVES FOR THE CITY*S STREET SWEEPING
PROGRAM.
Mr. Vogt, Public Works Director, advised that since FY 1 990/91, the City has
contracted with four different contractors for the City's street-sweeping
services, which many times, did not meet the City's standards in level of
service. He advised that Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, and lndio,
handle their street-sweeping services in-house with their own equipment. He
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advised that the City has 1 75 miles of curbed streets to sweep, with new
streets being added each year, and has been under an interim contract since
November 1996, due to the resignation of Apollo Street Sweeping. The interim
contract is for bi-weekly service from July 1st to February 28th and weekly
service from March 1st to June 30th which provides 39 cycles at an annual
cost of $97,734 or $14.32 per curb mile and the annual cost for 52 cycles
would be $130,312. Staff recommended that a six-month, in-house, pilot
program be implemented by July 1st, using rental equipment and a contract
employee. He advised that the cost estimate for providing 52 cycles weekly
service) in-house, would be $113,924 or $12.51 per curb mile and staff
would report back to Council on September 2, 1 997, on the cost effectiveness
of the program. He further advised that SunLine will begin their regional,
street-sweeping services in May on a weekly basis for arterials over 10,000
ADT and bi-weekly for arterials under 1 0,000 ADT. They have indicated that
they are unable to make a commitment to do the City*s street sweeping at this
time, but would be interested in the future should the City wish to go that
direction. If the program is working at the end of six months, staff can be
trained to operate the rented equipment which would be coordinated with
SunLine's CNG equipment in order to integrate with their services and qualify
for PM1O funding, but if the program is not working, the services can be put
out to bid to begin in January. He advised that the proposed pilot program will
increase the City's street-sweeping services to 52 cycles a year, provide
improved quality of service as well as a quick response for emergency services.
Council Member Henderse ated that she hoped the City would keep all of
their options open to working with SunLine in the future.
Council Member Adolph supported the six-month, pilot program, noting that
SunLine's program will soon be implemented in a neighboring city which will
give opportunity to learn whether or not the system works.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to approve
implementation of a street-sweeping, pilot program which will include the
following: 1) the six-month rental of a street sweeper and 2) contract a
temporary employee to operate the street sweeper. Motion carried
unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-64.
7. CONSIDERATION OF AN AWARD OF CONTRACT TO MARK LOGAN
LANDSCAPING, INC., TO CONSTRUCT VARIOUS CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO.96-04.
Mr. Vogt, Public Works Director, advised that on December 1 9, 1 996, Council
approved an RFP for the design of several landscaped facilities in the City and
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on April 8th, bids were opened with Mark Logan Landscaping, Inc. being the
apparent low bidder. He advised that there were a few irregularities in their
bid, but it was determined by staff and the City Attorney that the irregularities
were very minor and that they did not affect the bid. Staff recommended that
the contract be awarded to Mark Logan Landscaping, Inc. and that an
additional appropriation of $306,592 from the Infrastructure Fund be
authorized to complete all of the improvements on Washington Street, as well
as the improvements on Eisenhower Drive. Staff further recommended that the
length of the contract be reduced from 1 20 to 75 days.
Council Member Adolph recommended not mounding the Palm Springs Gold in
the new improvements because of the maintenance problem it has caused on
Highway 111 by blowing into the street. He also questioned the sparseness
of plants in the Highway 111 medians.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Vogt advised that the landscaping
on Highway 111 looks sparse because the new palette was used in selecting
the plants, but they were placed according to the original palette and staff is
looking to add more plants in the future. He further advised that the Highway
111 medians were mounded to break up the flat look because Caltrans doesn*t
allow boulders in their right-of-way, but the City street medians will not be
mounded.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Henderson to: 1) waive
minor irregularities in Mark Logan Landscaping, Inc.*s bid and declare him the
lowest responsible bidder; 2) award a contract in the amount of $661,187 to
Mark Logan Landscaping, Inc. for construction of Various Citywide Landscape
Improvements, Project No.96-04; 3) unilaterally reduce the length of contract
time from 1 20 consecutive calendar days to 75 consecutive calendar days
based upon the proportionate scope of contract work to be performed; and, 4)
authorize an additional appropriation of $306,592, from the Infrastructure Fund
to expand the project parameters to include Washington Street improvements,
further discussed in the report. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER
NO.97-65.
8. CONSIDERATION OF A SUMMER INTRA-CITY BUS SERVICE.
Mr. Hartung, Building & Safety Director, advised that the purpose of the
proposed summer intra-city bus service is to provide public transportation in
the summer to recreational facilities such as the La Quinta High School, Boys
& Girls Club, and Lake Cahuilla. SunLine has agreed to alter their existing La
Quinta route to include the La Quinta High School and Boys & Girls Club at a
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cost of $2,500 for the entire summer, but it will not include Lake Cahuilla. The
cost of providing transportation to Lake Cahuilla by a separate vendor for four
hours a day, Mondays and Fridays only, is $1,800 for a four-week period and
could be somewhat off-set by charging a round-trip fee of $2.00. Staff
recommended that if service to Lake Cahuilla is provided, that it be set-up on
a trial basis for a four-week period and canceled at that time if 50% ridership
is not attained.
In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Hartung advised that the park at
Lake Cahuilla is only open Friday through Monday and the bus service would
most likely be from noon to 4:00 p.m.
Council Member Sniff wasn*t sure that it would work, but was willing to give
it a try.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Hartung advised that an absence
of passengers at the two new stops would not affect the SunLine route
because it*s only a minor alteration to their regular route. A daily record will
be maintained on the use of the Lake Cahuilla route, which will run three times
a day and carry up to 60 passengers on each run, and staff will report the
results back to Council in a Department Report. However, staff recommends
that the route be canceled automatically should it fail to reach a minimum of
50% ridership after four weeks. He advised that the route will be advertised
in the Parks & Recreation brochure, Chamber Newsletter, and the La Quinta
Page in the Palm Desert Post if it*s approved.
Council Member Adolph and Mayor Holt supported trying the program.
Council Member Sniff wished to cancel it after two weeks if it's not working.
Council Member Perkins didn*t feel that two weeks would be sufficient time to
try the program.
Council Member Henderson pointed out that during the first two weeks of the
program, students will just have gotten out of school and be getting into a
schedule. She felt that the program should be given four weeks to give it a fair
chance unless the two-week period is the first two weeks in July.
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MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to: 1) authorize the
City Manager to enter into an agreement with SunLine Transit to alter the
existing La Quinta bus route to include service to the La Quinta High School
and to the La Quinta Boys & Girls Club from June 1 6th to August 29th for a
cost not to exceed $2,500, and, 2) authorize the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with the lowest qualified contractor to provide bus service between
Fritz Burns Park and Lake Cahuilla County Park on a trial basis from June 1 6th
through July 11th at a cost not to exceed $1,800. Additionally, if daily use of
the service averages 30 riders or more, authorize the City Manager to extend
the service for up to an additional four weeks through August 8th at an
additional cost of $1,800. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.
97-66.
Council recessed to Closed Session to and until the hdur of 7:00 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Holt did not participate in Item No.4 as she has done consistently in the past
and both Mayor Holt and Council Member Adolph did not participate in Item No.3
due to a conflict of interest.
1. Conference with real property negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.8, concerning acquisition negotiations relating to properties identified
as APN 646-312-001, APN 646-312-002, APN 646-312-049, and APN 646-
312-050 Property owned by Roxie Yessayjan, Trustee of the Yessayian
Family Survivors' Trust.
2. Conference with legal counsel pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9(c), concerning potential initiation of litigation.
3. Conference with City's real property negotiator pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8, concerning the potential terms and/or conditions of
acquisition and/or disposition of real property located at the northwest corner
of Highway 111 and Adams Street in the One-Eleven Shopping Center.
Property Owner/Negotiator: Dick Oliphant.
4. Conference with legal counsel pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9(a), regarding existing litigation Stamko Development Co., Case No.
INC. 000492.
5. Evaluation of Council-appointed position City Attorney, pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957.6.
7:00P.M.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
JoAnn McLaughlin, 53-955 Avenida Herrera, advised that she has formed a group
called Friends of the Desert that has been looking at the City's Hillside Conservation
Ordinance and has found a number of items that are unacceptable to them. She was
concerned about the upcoming Montezuma project and the environmental impact of
the Tradition Golf Course and felt that it might be time to let residents vote on hillside
developments like the City of Rancho Mirage has done. She distributed copies of a
resolution from the City of Rancho Mirage and urged Council to give this some
consideration.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 28498 REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE 98 RESIDENTIAL
LOTS INTO 96 RESIDENTIAL LOTS WITH PRIVATE STREETS AND ACCESS
INTO RANCHO LA QUINTA LOCATED NORTH AND EAST OF THE
INTERSECTION OF SAGEBRUSH AVENUE AND DATE PALM DRIVE.
APPLICANT: TD DESERT DEVELOPMENT.
Mayor Holt declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN.
Mr. Herman, Community Development Director, advised that the applicant has
submitted a letter withdrawing his application for Tentative Tract 28498.
There being no one wishing to speak, the PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members SniffiHenderson to receive and
file the applicants letter withdrawing Tentative Tract 28498 T.D. Desert
Development). Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-67.
2. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 28409 AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 96-335
A REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE 9.15 ACRES INTO 19 SINGLE-FAMILY AND
OTHER COMMON LOTS LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF AVENIDA
MONTEZUMA, EAST OF THE BEAR CREEK CHANNEL AND WEST OF THE
YUCATAN PENINSULA RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD. APPLICANT:
CHARLES MURPHY AND LYNN KUNKLE.
Mayor Holt declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN.
Mr. Herman, Community Development Director, reviewed the request to
subdivide a 9.15 acre site along the north side of Avenida Montezuma, east of
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the Bear Creek Channel for 1 9 single-family custom homes on private streets.
The lots are greater than 1 2,000 sq. ft. A triangular-shaped retention basin lot
is proposed at the northeast corner of the site for nuisance water. He advised
that the site is designated for residential purposes under the Land Use Element
of the General Plan. The density of this project is approximately two dwelling
units per acre, which is less than the maximum allowed four to eight units per
acre) and building heights are limited to 17'. Regarding the Environmental
Assessment, he advised that based on submission of various data, the
Assessment concludes that the project will not have an adverse impact on the
environment based on implemental of the Conditions of Approval and
Mitigation Monitoring Program contained in the staff report. He then reviewed
the surrounding land uses and zoning designations.
Mr. Herman concluded that the land-division application request is consistent
with the City's long-range development plans as contained in the General Plan
and the Zoning Code. The Planning Commission has reviewed the request and
has recommended approval.
In response to Council Member Adolph, Mr. Herman advised that the retention
basin will be maintained by the homeowner's association. The developer is
planning to build a wall along Avenida Montezuma and the separation medians
at the entrance will be landscaped and also be maintained by the association.
Pat Plone, 52-185 Avenida Alvarado, expressed concern that this project is
taking prime open space from the cove to build luxury homes. She questioned
how this property became zoned for residential and Mr. Herman proceeded to
review the land use histQry of this property.
JoAnn McLaughlin, 53-955 Avenida Herrera, asked for a continuance of this
matter to allow the residents an opportunity to review the project in more
detail.
Bill Fitch, of Fitch Engineering, representing the applicant, referred to Condition
No.41, saying that he didn't believe 46 feet between curbs at the gates is
necessary as the gates are only 1 6 feet wide, so with two 1 6-foot gates and
a 4-foot median, it should only be 40 feet.
Council Member Adolph asked if the width is reduced to 40 feet, where the
other 6 feet would go and Mr. Fitch advised back into the landscaping.
Rick Morris, 51-525 Avenida Juarez, advised that the widths originally came
about when they began meeting with the Fire Department who accepted the
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1 6-foot gates and it was then the Community Development Department who
began widening the entrance to add to the landscaping.
Brian Murphy, applicant, stated that he was present to answer any questions.
Mayor Holt declared the PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED.
Council further discussed the matter of the two conditions in question and
concurred on amending those conditions to give the Public Works Director
discretion to approve anything between 40-46 feet following the Public Works
Director stating that there is a possibility of finding a safe solution that is less
than 46*.
RESOLUTION NO.97-35
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT 96-335
PREPARED FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 28409 MURPHYIKUNKLE.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No.97-35
as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO.97-36
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY L *JNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 28409 TO ALLOW A 19-
LOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION AND MISCELLANEOUS
LETTERED LOTS ON APPROXIMATELY 9.15 ACRES MURPHY/KUNKLE.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to adopt Resolution No.97-36
as amended amending Condition Nos. 7 & 41 to read between 40-46 feet at
the discretion of the City Engineer). Motion carried unanimously.
3. FISCAL YEAR 1997/98 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
Mayor Holt declared the PUBLIC HEARING OPEN.
Mr. Vogt, Public Works Director, presented staff report advising that the
Capital Improvement Program and the five-year forecast was presented to the
Council on March 25, 1997. The CIP is a five-year planning instrument used
to identify capital improvement needs and to coordinate financing and timing
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of those needs in a manner that maximizes the return to the public. The first
of the five-year forecast, or the capital budget, will be included in the City's
Annual Operating Budget. The 1 997/98 CIP identifies $6,099,602 in capital
improvement projects. All of the 1 996/97 projects were either completed, are
currently in the design or construction stage, or contracts will be awarded by
the end of the fiscal year, with the exception of the Civic Center Campus
Improvements; Corporate Yard Fueling Station; Citywide Park Improvement
Program, Community Drop-Off Facility; the traffic signal at Avenue 52 and
Washington Street; and the interim traffic signal modifications at Highway 111
and Jefferson Street for a total of $1,346,500. These projects have been
included in the 1997/98 CIP. Five new projects have been added to the CIP
with four of them in the 1 997/98. The deferred project is a child-care facility
proposed by the Human Services Commission at an estimated cost of
$500,000. The four in this year's budget are City identification monuments
at an estimated cost of $52,000, eight bus stops along Highway 111 at an
estimated cost of $203,000, new roof material on the existing parking stalls
in the Civic Center at an estimated cost of $20,000, and expansion of the
Cove Mini-Park at an estimated cost of $160,000. Also included in this year*s
CIP is the design of the widening of Washington Street from Avenue 50 to the
Village Shopping Center at an estimated cost of $176,998.
Mr. Vogt noted that, as directed by the City Council, the projects indicated are
based on Cash in Hand* and not on expected revenues. Each project will be
brought forward to Council for approval and appropriation prior to proceeding.
The total CIP for FY 1997/98 totals $6,099,602 and the full five-year program
totals $12,166,788 with deferred projects totaling $16,172,212.
There being no one wishing to speak, the Mayor declared the PUBLIC HEARING
CLOSED.
Council Member Henderson felt that staff has done an excellent job in the
preparation of this document, but commented that Council has expressed a
concern about the infrastructure needs in the City and suggested that this be
the year to begin a set-aside fund for such needs. She felt that such action
would show good faith to the community and suggested $100,000.
Council Member Perkins agreed, stating that the Council is constantly being
criticized for not doing needed infrastructure. He wished to see such a
program as suggested, but wished to see $200,000 each year until there are
sufficient funds to start taking care of some of the problems that have been
facing this Council for years.
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Mayor Holt questioned if such action could be done at this time and the City
Manager advised that it can be done at this public hearing. From a practical
sense, it could be included as a footnote" in this item so that this document
would contain the intent of the Council. It would not affect the priority listing,
it would only affect the funding mechanism and/or set-aside money.
Council Member Henderson clarified, that in so doing, it would automatically
become a part of the 1 997/98 budget and Mr. Genovese advised that is
correct. He also confirmed that it would have to come from the General Fund.
Council Member Henderson commented on the negative connotation of using
the word deferred" and suggested substituting future improvements."
Council Member Adolph stated that he wanted this set-aside fund established
last year and made a note to request it again this year. He felt that it's critical
that we start doing something to show the community that we are interested
in development of the infrastructure of the community.
RESOLUTION NO.97-37
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA QUINTA,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 1997/98 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PLAN.
It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Perkins to adopt Resolution No.97-37
as amended to include $200,000 in a fund as discussed. Motion carried
unanimously.
BUSINESS SESSION....................continued
9. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM JULY 4TH GREATER FIREWORKS"
FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
Mr. Weiss, Assistant City Manager, advised that the July 4th Greater Desert
Fireworks has submitted a request for a $1,500 contribution.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Perkins to approve the
request for funding in the amount of $1,000 for the July 4th Greater Desert
Fireworks and direct staff to process the prerequisite budget transfer. Motion
carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.97-68.
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Council Member Henderson commented that if this is going to be an annual
request that it should be included in the budget.
Mr. Genovese advised that at tho next meeting, Council will be discussing the
process for these kinds of requests.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF DEMAND REGISTER DATED MAY 6, 1997.
2. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PM-b STREET
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO.97-01, AND AUTHORIZATION FOR STAFF
TO ADVERTISE THE PROJECT FOR BIDS.
3. AWARD OF A CONTRACT TO CONSTRUCT AVENUE 48 EXTENSION/ADAMS
STREET WIDENING PROJECT NO.96-05.
4. APPROVAL OF CHANGING NON-INTEREST BEARING CHECKING ACCOUNT TO
U.S. TREASURY SWEEP ACCOUNT AND DELETING MONEY MARKET
ACCOUNT.
5. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT DEED FOR
A PERPETUAL EASEMENT AND RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR STORM WATER
EVACUATION FACILITIES AND APPURTENANCES.
6. APPROVAL OF OVERNIGHT TRAVEL FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSIONER JIM DEMERSMAN TO ATTEND THE 22ND ANNUAL
CALIFORNIA PRESERVATION CONFERENCE IN PASADENA, MAY 29-JUNE 1,
1997.
MOTION It was moved by Council Members Sniff/Adolph to approve the
Consent Calendar as recommended with Item No. 5 being approved by
RESOLUTION NO.97-38. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE ORDER NO.
97-69.
STUDY SESSION None
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
All reports were noted and filed.
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DEPARTMENT REPORTS
E-1. SCHEDULING OF A SPECIAL STUDY SESSION ON MAY 27, 1997, FOR THE
PRESENTATION BY BLT ENTERPRISES, INC., OTTOISEXTON-JOINT VENTURE,
AND THE CITY OF COACHELLA REGARDING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
TRANSFER STATION.
Council confirmed the agenda for May 27th to be held at 1:30 PM.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS' ITEMS
1. DISCUSSION REGARDING COMMERCIAL VEHICLES: 1) SIZE OF, 2) SIGNAGE
ON, AND 3i PARKING OF.
Council Member Sniff suggested that sometime in the fall, the Council take a
look at some of these issues regarding commercial vehicles, noting that at the
next meeting Council will be looking at the height. He expressed concern
about regulating advertisement on vehicles as long as it isn't offensive. He
referred to a recent situation in which a tow truck received a citation and he
felt that a tow truck could be considered an emergency vehicle.
Mr. Genovese advised that most of these items may be discussed at the next
meeting as they may be pertinent to the discussion that will be held regarding
height of commercial vehicles.
Council recessed to the Financing Authority meeting.
Council reconvened and recessed to the Redevelopment Agency meeting.
Council reconvened and recessed to Closed Session as delineated on Page 18.
Council reconvened with the City Attorney announcing that the Council concluded a
Closed Session under Government Code Section 54956.9(c) potential initiation of
litigation and approved a settlement agreement which shall remain confidential by its
terms. The vote was unanimous.
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There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
RespeQtfully submitted,
*AUNDRA L. JUHOLA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
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